Icelandic Performance Tour

“In Reykjavik, Iceland, where I was born, you are in the middle of nature surrounded by mountains and ocean. But you are still in a capital in Europe. So I have never understood why I have to choose between nature or urban.” – Bjork, musician

In October this year, I had the opportunity to travel to Iceland on a setup trip to learn not only about the wonderful culture and group touring sites on offer but also about the musical opportunities available to visiting bands, choirs and orchestras.

For a country with roughly the same population as St. Louis, Missouri, I was fascinated by the musical heritage and progression found not only in the larger cities, but across the country. In addition to its natural and musical offerings, Iceland has become a much more affordable destination after its economic crash in 2008.